FIFO Jobs:
What
Certificates Do You Need?
Everything You Need to Start Working in the Mines – 2025
Essential Requirements, Tickets and Certifications for:
Apply for the Most In-Demand Jobs in the Mining Industry
White card
National Police Check
Australian Driver Licence
Food Handling
RSA
Forklift Licence
First Aid Certificate
Telehandler Ticket
Companies require them to ensure you are trained and authorised to work in mining areas.
Ready for FIFO Work?
Working in the Australian mining industry under a FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) arrangement is a great opportunity to earn good money and gain valuable experience. However, before applying, it’s essential to have certain mandatory tickets and certifications, depending on the position.
FIFO Utility Allrounder
The “utility” position is one of the most common entry points into the FIFO world.
Tasks:
Housekeeping, kitchen hand, ground keeping, store attendant, bar attendant, and mine-site cleaning.
Required tickets:
- Australian Driver Licence - manual
- White Card - Construction Induction Card
- National Police Clearance
- RSA |Responsible Service of Alcohol - required for bar attendant/tavern roles
- First Aid Certificate - optional, but a great advantage to have
- Forklift Licence - preferable for store attendant and ground maintenance roles
FIFO chef
Working as a FIFO Chef in Australian mining camps is an excellent opportunity for those seeking a well-paid job.
Required tickets:
- Australian Driver Licence - Class C
- White Card - Construction Induction Card
- National Police Clearance
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate - Advanced Level
- Food Handler Certificate (Cert I o II)
- RSA | Responsible Service of Alcohol
- First Aid Certificate - optional, but a great advantage to have
FIFO Allrounder operator
The most versatile role valued by mining companies in Australia
An Allrounder Operator is a worker capable of operating various mobile equipment and performing general tasks in a mining, construction, or infrastructure environment.
Tasks:
- Operating equipment such as excavators, front-end loaders, compactors, telehandlers, or dump trucks
- Assisting with road maintenance, loading, earthmoving, and material handling
- Supporting construction crews or trade teams
- Performing minor civil or utility tasks when machinery operation is not required
Required tickets:
- Australian Driver Licence - manual
- White Card - Construction Induction Card
- National Police Clearance
- Excavator / Loader / Skid Steer / Roller tickets
- Dump Truck or Haul Truck ticket
- HRWL (LF) – Forklift Licence
- High Risk Work Licence – Telehandler
- First Aid Certificate - optional, but a great advantage to have
FIFO TRADES ASSISTANT
A Trades Assistant (TA) works as an assistant to various trades, such as electrical, mechanical, welding, etc., in FIFO mining operations.
Required tickets:
- Australian Driver Licence - Class C
- White Card - Construction Induction Card
- National Police Clearance
- Working at Heights
- Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
- Gas Test Atmospheres
- HRWL (LF) – Forklift Licence
- EWP (Elevating Work Platform)
- First Aid Certificate - optional, but a great advantage to have
- HC/HR Driver’s Licence - optional, but a great advantage to have
In short:
Having the right tickets is essential for working in FIFO mining, but an Australian driver licence makes a real difference. It shows you can move independently, and many companies require it for operational and safety reasons.
Without this licence, you may be excluded from many recruitment processes.
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